Surkhand
Surkhand is a village located in Bhadesar tehsil of Chittaurgarh district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadesar (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Chittaurgarh. As per 2009 stats, Koonthana is the gram panchayat of Surkhand village.
Here you can discover what makes Surkhand unique in its vibrant Bhadesar-Chittaurgarh region. You’ll see Surkhand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Surkhand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Surkhand is 101217. The village spans a total geographical area of 453.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 312024. Kapasan is nearest town to Surkhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Surkhand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapasan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chittorgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Surkhand
Population of Surkhand
According to the 2011 Census, Surkhand has a total population of about 805, with approximately 385 males and 420 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 212. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.63%, with male literacy at about 48.57% and female literacy near 29.52%. There are around 162 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Surkhand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 805 | 385 | 420 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 55 | 70 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 97 | 115 |
Literate Population | 311 | 187 | 124 |
Illiterate Population | 494 | 198 | 296 |
Connectivity of Surkhand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Surkhand. As per the 2011 stats, Surkhand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Surkhand
Knowing the nearby villages of Surkhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Surkhand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Surkhand
- Where is Surkhand located?
- Surkhand village is situated in Bhadesar Tehsil, within the Chittaurgarh district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Surkhand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Surkhand is Koonthana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Surkhand?
- The pincode of Surkhand is 312024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Surkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Surkhand is 805, with 385 males and 420 females.
- How many households are there in Surkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Surkhand village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Surkhand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Surkhand is 38.63%. The male literacy rate is 48.57%, while the female literacy rate is 29.52%.